opioid

Commissioners approved the $735 million budget for fiscal year 2026 with a few last-minute tweaks

A West Michigan epidemiologist says rates are up though in the black community in Kent County and more targeted efforts are needed

The state health department says the rate of deaths from overdoses has decreased nearly five times faster than the national average

The Michigan Attorney General is suing OptumRX and ExpressScripts for their alleged role in the opioid crisis

Deaths fell by as much as 36% in Michigan from February 2023 to February 2024

Kent County is getting a new office of public defender, Cornerstone University is getting a new Dean, reactions to Biden dropping out of the presidential race and more state and West Michigan news.

The Kent County Opioid Task Force proposed a two-year spending plan to reduce opioid misuse and overdose deaths and to support recovery efforts

We explore the push for easier access to Narcan in Kent County, GRPS wants feedback from the community on some of its renovation plans, a candlelight vigil for victims of violence is happening tomorrow, and more.

The Kent County Opioid Task Force is pushing for easier access to naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, a life-saving drug for individuals experiencing an opioid overdose

A preview of the 25th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium. Also, Lt. Gov. Gilchrist visited Grand Rapids, an opioid treatment program in county jails is getting a boost, and more state and West Michigan news.